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News and updates from the automotive aftermarket: performance, restyling, hot rods, and customization.

GM Gains Access to Tesla Supercharger Network

General Motors is partnering with Tesla to integrate the North American Charging Standard (NACS) connector design into its EVs beginning in 2025, which will expand access to charging for GM EV drivers at 12,000 Tesla Superchargers, the companies announced. “Our vision of the all-electric future means producing millions of world-class EVs across categories and price… Continue reading GM Gains Access to Tesla Supercharger Network

BendPak Purchases New Headquarters

BendPak has purchased a new global headquarters in Agoura Hills, California, the company announced. The 22,256-sq.-ft. administrative building, built in 2012 for the Conrad N. Hilton Foundation, is situated on 12 acres just west of Los Angeles. BendPak expects to relocate from its current Santa Paula, California, offices by the end of the summer, the… Continue reading BendPak Purchases New Headquarters

Yukon Gear & Axle Details Summer Rebate Program

Yukon Gear & Axle has revealed new details for its 2023 Summer Rebate program, the company announced. Retail consumers looking to upgrade their differential and drivetrain products can save up to $175 on Yukon branded products. Ten different products will offer special discounts for consumers, the company said. “These types of rebate programs help our… Continue reading Yukon Gear & Axle Details Summer Rebate Program

Sawtooth Tonneau Joins Keystone Automotive Lineup

Keystone Automotive Operations has added Sawtooth Tonneau, an expandable tonneau cover, to its product lineup, the company announced. Sawtooth Tonneau, a finalist in the SEMA Launch Pad competition, is a patented expandable truck bed cover designed to provide consumers flexibility and utility with its stretchable material, the company said. Andy Morgan, Senior Category Director with… Continue reading Sawtooth Tonneau Joins Keystone Automotive Lineup

CAN Connect Conference Awards Now Accepting Nominations

Nominations are now open for the CAN Connect Conference awards, the organization announced. Aftermarket companies who participate in the 2023 CAN Connect Conference are eligible for the awards. Awards will again be given to Manufacturer of the Year, Reseller of the Year, Manufacturer Rep of the Year and Person of the Year. Individuals can nominate… Continue reading CAN Connect Conference Awards Now Accepting Nominations

RealTruck Highlighting Outdoor Enthusiasts for National Get Outdoors Day

RealTruck is celebrating National Get Outdoors Day on June 10 by creating and highlighting a roster of outdoor enthusiasts, the company announced. The ‘RealTruck Crew’ is made up of off-roaders and overlanders, extreme sportsmen and women, truck enthusiasts and more, the company said. “It’s core to our brand DNA to inspire truck owners and followers… Continue reading RealTruck Highlighting Outdoor Enthusiasts for National Get Outdoors Day

VOXX Electronics Announces New Hires

VOXX Electronics Corporation has hired Chris Duval as its new West Coast expeditor manager and appointed Matt Bradley as vehicle application specialist, the company announced. “Chris’s direct expeditor and OEM experience suits him well for this position and we know he will excel in the West,” said Aron Demers, senior vice president, VOXX Electronics Corporation.… Continue reading VOXX Electronics Announces New Hires

WEC Developing 24 Hours of Le Mans Video Game

The FIA World Endurance Championship and the 24 Hours of Le Mans are developing a new endurance racing video game, the series announced. Titled “FIA WEC: Le Mans Ultimate” and developed by Motorsports Games and Studio 397, the new video game is expected to be released in December 2023, the studio announced. The PC-based game… Continue reading WEC Developing 24 Hours of Le Mans Video Game

Austin Hatcher Foundation Adds New Racing-Focused Therapy Program

Backed by support from Hixon Motor Sports (HMS), the Austin Hatcher Foundation for Pediatric Cancer (AHF) is adding a new STEM-based program called “E-Racing” through its Industrial Arts Education Therapy division, the foundation announced. The E-Racing program aims to inspire children who have been affected by childhood cancer to take an interest in engineering, the… Continue reading Austin Hatcher Foundation Adds New Racing-Focused Therapy Program

KICKER to Debut New Demo Vehicle at Slamology

KICKER will be unveiling a new demo vehicle at the Slamology car audio event, the company announced. The KICKER-built car, the “Gates” Bronco, will make its debut at the 20th-anniversary event, scheduled for June 10-11 at Lucas Oil Raceway in Indianapolis. The Bronco, which pays homage to Alma Gates’ “Beast” Bronco from 20 years ago,… Continue reading KICKER to Debut New Demo Vehicle at Slamology